What is dextromethorphan guaifenesin used for?
DEXTROMETHORPHAN; GUAIFENESIN (dex troe meth OR fan; gwye FEN e sin) is a combination of a cough suppressant and expectorant. It is used for the temporary relief of coughs. This medicine is also used to loosen mucus.
Who Cannot use dextromethorphan?
Before taking dextromethorphan, do not take dextromethorphan if you are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you have stopped taking an MAO inhibitor within the past 2 weeks.
Can you overdose on dextromethorphan and guaifenesin?
Symptoms of overdose may include: extreme drowsiness, blurred vision, confusion, hallucinations, slow/shallow breathing, seizures. If your doctor prescribed this medication, do not share this medication with others. Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments.
What should I know about dextromethorphan and guaifenesin?
You should not use dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine if you are allergic to dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, or pseudoephedrine. Do not use this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur.
Is pentoxyverine an anticonvulsant?
Pentoxyverine, also referred to as carbetapentane, is a non-opioid central acting antitussive with antimuscarinic, anticonvulsant 4, and local anesthetic properties. It is an active ingredient in over-the-counter cough suppressants in combination with guaifenesin and H1-receptor antagonists 1.
What is Pentoxyverine dihydrogen citrate used for?
Pentoxyverine dihydrogen citrate, the salt that is commonly used for oral preparations, is a white to off-white, crystalline powder. It dissolves easily in water or chloroform, but not in benzene, diethyl ether, or petroleum ether.
What is pentoyxverine used to treat?
The drug is used for the treatment of dry cough associated with conditions such as common cold, bronchitis or sinusitis. Like codeine and other antitussives, it relieves the symptom, but does not heal the illness. No controlled clinical trials regarding the efficiency of pentoyxverine are available.